[Bill Pritchard]

I think Rich's price opinion is right on the money (pun intended)....73's generally don't command as much as the earlier 2nd gens due to the EGR, cast iron intake, Q-jet, and hydraulic lifters. Standard front bumper guards on non-RS 73's are also none too popular. You are absolutely correct that you can't build a decent car for that money, but that is the case with many, many collector cars.